Last Sunday marked the 35th anniversary of my ordination in my home parish. The land was experiencing severe drought and people prayed for the cooling rains. The day started well and warm. Just after the ordination ceremony itself ended, the heavens opened and poured down rain in buckets. The tent put up for the altar could not hold the water gathering on it. Meanwhile the faithful had all but run from the shed under which they were seated to find a more solid shelter from the pouring rain. Finally the two bishops and priests also decided to move into the church to complete the Mass. It was "holy confusion" The good thing about it all was that I was ordained a priest. I enjoy being a priest and love the priesthood with all my heart and being. If i have the chance to do it again, i will choose the priesthood. It is not only a noble vocation, it is a holy vocation to intercede for people before the HOLY ONE.Thank you for your prayers and sacrifices that have sustained me in the 35 years of ministry. I do remember you with love and gratitude.